Costa Rica Las Lajas Natural

This naturally processed coffee has become a staple in our Central American offerings and a reflection of our years working with Las Lajas. Today, they process this lot specifically for us, building a profile around the attributes we’ve come to love. Expect notes of pineapple and blueberry with a soft milk chocolate sweetness.

The Costa Rica Las Lajas Natural, roasted by Onyx Coffee Lab, represents a distinct expression of the Costa Rica terroir. Produced by the Las Lajas estate, this coffee undergoes a natural process, a method where the coffee cherry remains intact while drying. Generally, natural-processed coffees tend to exhibit heavier fruit profiles and increased sweetness compared to their washed counterparts.

In this specific lot, the roaster identifies notes of pineapple, blueberry, and milk chocolate. These descriptors can be mapped against the flavor wheel to better understand the interplay between the bright, acidic fruit tones and the grounding cocoa finish. By allowing the bean to absorb the sugars from the fruit during the drying phase, Las Lajas highlights the potential for complexity inherent in the region's harvest. This selection serves as a compelling example of how meticulous post-harvest handling shapes the final cup profile.